Pierre H. Simon
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www.opresume.com/psimon/about
Pembroke Pines, FL 33025
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering December 2013
Florida Atlantic University Boca Raton, FL
RESEARCH
Research conducted at the University of Tubingen in Tubingen, Germany, pertaining Brain and Computer Interfaces
Used Electroencephalography electrodes to acquire brain signals
Process the data in Matlab in order to determine patterns for the purpose of communications and control
Research conducted at National Aeronautics and Space Administration and Lockheed Martin
Worked with a multidisciplinary team of engineering students in order to design, build, and launch a space probe for the purp ose
of space exploration of low earth orbit
EXPERIENCE
May 10 – September 13, 2013
Parkson Corporation Fort Lauderdale, FL
Aftermarket Sales Engineering Intern
Organized company data and formulate descriptive metadata in order to optimizing information storage and retrieval techniques
Assisted Applications Engineer troubleshoot product to uncover solutions for issues the customers were experiencing
Increased sales by consistently corresponding with leads and previous customers
August 2011 – Dec. 2012
Mathnasium Boca Raton, FL
Mathematics Tutor
Educated 15 students per week, from simple to complex mathematical concepts
Integrated innovative new teaching techniques that signify the importance of learning mathematical concepts
Significantly increased academic performance of students by assisting them grasp concepts, improve their study habits which in
turn lead to a rise in self-esteem
August 2008 – Aug. 2010
College of Engineering at Florida Atlantic University Boca Raton, FL
Laboratory Assistant in the Electrical Engineering Department
Responsible for calibrating, testing and repairing equipment to ensure faculty and researchers complete their projects on time
Successfully and promptly communicated engineering solutions for challenges while preparing engineering courses’ kits and
assisting students troubleshoot their projects
PROFICIENCIES
Ability to analyze, solve and provide recommendations for design challenges as it pertains to mechanical, electrical system,
dynamic, and control systems.
Thermodynamics, Heat Transfer, and Applied Thermal Fluids–performed control volume analysis to determine mass flow, work
done and/or by the system.
Structures, Statics, and Fracture Mechanics –Performed machine component fatigue analysis to determine proper factor of safety
and life cycles.
Understanding and communicating of engineering principles and standards.
Ability to understand project objectives and to arrange work flow and priorities.
Capable of developing solutions to moderately complex task and project designs and work plans.
Organized projects and delegated tasks to colleagues based on their strengths and weaknesses relative to the topic.
TECHNICAL SKILLS
Software Packages: Microsoft Office, SolidWorks, LTspice, Matlab and Simulink, LabView, Minitab, HVAC Solutions, Ansys
Machining and Manufacturing: Milling Machine, Drill Press, and Engine Lathe
Measurement Devices: Flow Devices, Universal Strength Testing Machine, Strain Gauges
ORGANIZATIONS
March 2009 – December 2013
American Society of Mechanical Engineer
Conference Chair
Historian